Join Chimes - and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.
Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
Primary Function(s):
- Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with agency policy.
- Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, individuals served, community professionals, customers, vendors and the public.
- Complies with the Delaware State Board of Nursing Practice Act.
- Completes a nursing ELP and establishes goals and objectives to address and meet the health care needs of each individual served upon admission and updated annually.
- Monitors the health status of each individual served every 30 days in accordance with the standards of DDDS.
- Within any Chimes Delaware contracted program assumes responsibility for screening program participants, rendering treatment, and determining the need for follow-up care.
- Checks physician orders against MAR.
- Provides hospitalization follow-up and post-hospitalization assessments, staff education, and care plan revision if warranted. Ensures follow-up is completed.
- Provides ongoing staff training as it relates to nursing/medical issues.
- Maintains required certifications that are necessary for compliance with training requirements.
- Administers the provision of medical and nursing services which are outside the scope of unlicensed staff or deemed inappropriate to be delegated to unlicensed personnel.
- Serves as a medical liaison when necessary.
- Coordinates medical care and appointments for individuals served through the appropriate health care facility.
- Assumes on call responsibilities.
- Responds to emergencies.
- Participates as a member of each individual's served interdisciplinary term and attend ELP meetings.
- Maintains confidentiality, in accordance with HIPPA, of all individuals served and promotes each individual's rights at all times.
- Contributes to a work atmosphere in a manner which is positive, enthusiastic, respectful and courteous.
- Is a positive role model for individuals served and Agency staff.
- Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
- Provides back up coverage for other nursing personnel within the Agency.
- Reviews and monitors medications in order to ensure that an adequate supply of all prescribed drugs is available.
- Maintains all records in accordance with established protocols.
- Receives and reviews input from staff regarding the health needs of the program participants.
- Provides emergency, on-site treatment and triage for Vocational Services consumers.
- Assumes other duties, responsibilities and special projects as needed.
Secondary Function(s)
- Schedules all routine appointment.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduation from an approved nurse training.
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Delaware
Experience: Two years of experience required, preferable with ambulatory services for persons with cognitive disabilities.
Ability to lift over 50lbs. Must have valid CPR/FA
Skills Test: None
What's in it for you?
Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement options
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
- Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
- Discounts on Verizon mobile service
- And More!
Want to learn more?
To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.
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